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Joe Pacione political paparazzi of Pickering Joe has been passionately practicing and polishing his photography skills for more than 20 years. His work has covered the political scene, as well social and cultural events in Pickering, its surrounding region and … Continue reading
Joseph Donato
Joseph Donato is a published author who manages and presents Pickering Library Workshops dedicated to advancement and promotion of Canadian writers. Donato holds these workshops throughout the year, giving budding Canadian authors the opportunity to share, develop and hone their … Continue reading
Looks like OLD may expected too much from a Ministry led by a 90 year old. We wrote MPP Cho on Aug 24 asking about his lack of support for long-term care home and home-care assistance. The Toronto Star story … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Move better with arthritis: Simple exercises for your hips and knees
Information and exercises to help with arthritic hips and knees Souce: McMaster University Optimal Aging Portal The information in the McMaster publication provides the following material: VIDEO: HIP and KNEE exercises for those with arthritic issues: QUIZ: a very informative … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: VIDEO HIP KNEE EXERCISES
John Vickers
John Vickers, artist, sculptor, originally a mechanical engineer, became a sculptor through his work at his son’s metal casting company, Hopper Foundry. The company transformed wax sculptures into bronze statues, and Vickers’ interest in the creative process grew as he … Continue reading
HEALTH & WELL: HEALTH: Are you STRESSED? Do the evaluation questionnaire.
Stress Assessment Day-to-Day Stress Self-Assessment Questionnaire Do you frequently do any of the following? Choose all that apply. ________________________________ Neglect your diet Try to do everything yourself Anger easily Set unrealistic goals Not find the humour in situations others find … Continue reading
FERMO: In defense of wasps – w UPDATE
In Defence of Wasps thewalrus.ca /in-defence-of-wasps/ Arno Kopecky It feels like a cruel irony: at the height of the insect apocalypse, as butterflies and bees and countless more bugs around the world die off, wasps are mostly doing just fine. … Continue reading
TECH: Need computer repair ?
They can fix your computer! The CLOUDEIGHT team will connect directly to your computer via the Internet to fix your computer problems or optimize your PC! You never have to leave your home or leave your computer with a stranger. … Continue reading
PICKERING: Mayor Ashe’s 1st annual corn roast; it was sweeeet…ya shoulda been there !!!
Ya shoulda been there ! Mayor Ashe held his 1st annual CORN ROAST, Saturday, Sept 6 at Rick Johnson Memoral Park in north Pickering. More than three hundred Pickering residents attended joined by the Ward’s Councillors, Dave Pickles and Shaheen … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: Some SECOND THOUGHTS about a conversation with Councillor Lisa Robinson
Recently, we had a conversation with Councillor Lisa Robinson regarding the Mayor Ashe Corn Roast and the appearance of the REBEL NEWS mobile news truck. Robinson stated she had nothing to do with the appearance of the truck. Try as … Continue reading
EDITORIAL: Councillor Lisa Robinson clouds a Pickering celebration.
There was one cloud at the Mayor Ashe’s Corn Roast Event. Though anything a politician does cannot be completely devoid of political aspects , the Ashe Corn Roast was as near a politically free*** event as Ashe could make it. He … Continue reading
Richard’s Desk: Last Wills Must Address Digital Assets
Last Wills Must Address Digital Assets By Evelyn Sylvester [Bluffs Monitor] As life becomes increasingly digital, so do our assets. From photos stored in the cloud to cryptocurrencies, from email accounts to monetized YouTube channels, our lives are stitched into … Continue reading
POLITICS (USA): American are not just blowing hot air in their fight against their madman president
[Dan Rather is a 90+ year old retired network newsbroadcaster in the USA. He now writes regular columns for a media called STEADY. His articles are marvellous pieces of journalistic reporting. They are thoughtful, concise and on point. In the … Continue reading
Minister Cho
Minister replies to my question of Aug 24 about the alarming cost increases in long-term care and retirement home care: _________ Thank you for your email of August 24, 2025 and follow-up email of August 28, 2025 regarding retirement home … Continue reading
POLITICS: City of Barrie tackles problem of homelessness, seen as lawlessness
Barrie mayor declares state of emergency over homeless encampments: ‘Our city will not allow lawlessness to take over’ By Anastasia Blosser, Staff Reporter Mayor Alex Nuttall told a press conference Tuesday morning that the encampments throughout the city are “not … Continue reading
PICKERING: Mr. Mayor, Pickering Proud…huh?
UPDATE FROM THE MAYOR: Mr. Mayor…P L E A S E, Can we make Pickering great again? Dear Mr. Mayor, The words “Pickering Proud” on our City Hall are starting to feel empty. It seems our city is slipping away … Continue reading
GTA News: Canada’s WONDERLAND changes policy because of rude and unruly behaviour
Canada’s WONDERLAND changes policy because of unruly and inappropriate behaviour. Bottom line, WONDERLAND guests 15 years or under must beaccompanied by an ID carrying chaperone who is 21 or older. This policy change is no surprise to what is becoming … Continue reading
